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iveyjurea

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What condition occurs when air pressure in the hollow spaces of the body (such as the middle ear and sinuses) rises too high or drops too low due to a diving accident?
 
  A) Arterial gas embolism
  B) Nitrogen narcosis
  C) Decompression sickness
  D) Barotrauma

Question 2

A patient with ACS who complains of pain or discomfort in his left arm instead of in his chest is experiencing what type of pain?
 
  A) Radiating
  B) Throbbing
  C) Somatic
  D) Referred



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Answer to Question 1

D

Answer to Question 2

D



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